Donkey Kong Bananza Secures Stellar 91 Metascore, Igniting GOTY Buzz
Donkey Kong Bananza Secures Stellar 91 Metascore, Igniting GOTY Buzz
Donkey Kong Bananza has officially launched, immediately garnering critical acclaim with an impressive 91 Metascore based on dozens of early reviews. This outstanding reception positions the new Nintendo Switch 2 title as a strong contender for Game of the Year, surpassing even the launch success of Mario Kart World.
The game’s 91 Metascore ties it as the third highest-rated game of 2025 so far, joining a remarkable lineup that includes Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (93), Blue Prince (92), Split Fiction (91), and Death Stranding 2 (89). Notably, Donkey Kong Bananza has received 11 perfect scores, including rare 10/10 reviews from prestigious outlets like The Washington Post and IGN, which praised its innovative gameplay and bold departure from traditional Mario-led 3D platforming.
Reviewers highlight Donkey Kong Bananza’s ability to leverage the Switch 2’s power for engaging play rather than just visuals, delivering satisfying movement, dynamic abilities, and a deeply immersive adventure. Destructoid, awarding a 9/10, lauded it as ‘Nintendo at its best,’ celebrating its extensive exploration, gameplay hours, and touching story. While not topping all-time Switch 1 legends like Breath of the Wild or Super Mario Odyssey, its current standing firmly establishes Donkey Kong Bananza as one of the standout titles of 2025.
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